The Kansas City Health Department says two new confirmed cases of the measles have been reported in Kansas City, Missouri.

This brings the total number of confirmed cases in Kansas City to four.

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The Liberty School District and Clay County Health Center sent notice to parents at a Liberty elementary school that one of its students was diagnosed with a confirmed case of measles.

A letter was sent Wednesday to parents of students at Warren Hills Elementary School.

The Clay County Health Center said it is important to note that they do not believe there was a measles exposure to parents, students, staff, or guests at the school due to the student's absence while contagious.

The district said in the event of any additional confirmed measles cases in the coming days and weeks, building will be reaching out to families.

"We appreciate the efforts of our LPS Health Services Team and the Clay County Health Center for their continued support and attention as they work to keep the health of our students as a top priority," said the letter that was sent to parents.

The Clay County Health Center says the best way to protect yourself is to make sure you're up to date on all vaccinations.

According to the CDC, a single dose of the MMR vaccine is 93 percent effective at preventing the measles, and if you've had a booster, that effectiveness increases to 97 percent.

Anyone presenting possible symptoms of the measles is asked to call ahead before visiting a healthcare provider to allow them to limit exposure to other patients and staff.

Measles is caused by a virus, and symptoms typically appear between 7-21 days after exposure.

Someone with measles will likely have a high fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, and a rash with flat red spots that spread from the face downward.

It can be spread by breathing, sneezing, or coughing.

CLICK HERE to see the full letter from the Clay County Public Health Center.